Research on Business Model of Electric Logistics Vehicles in China

Wu Xiaoyuan;Sun Baojiang;Tongji University;

By analyzing the opportunities and challenges of rapid development of electric logistics vehicle industry in China, this paper points out the necessity of innovative business model for the promotion and application of electric logistics vehicles. It firstly analyzes the latest research progress, development trends of electric logistics vehicles mainly used for branch line and express delivery in urban logistics distribution system as well as the main difficulties in the application.Based on the analysis of typical practice of promotion of electric logistics vehicles in different cities in China, the paper focuses on the comparison of the innovative business models and traditional models, and the typical features and application scenarios of various business models are analyzed. Suggestions are put forward to facilitate industry development and application of electric logistics vehicles.